Mckinley Presidential Library & Museum ssued the following announcement on Oct 10.
Did you know?.....
A witch is an individual that practices witchcraft. Witches were not always considered to be evil. Originally they were considered to be magical and capable of healing, bringing good luck, and providing protection. Witchcraft began as a pagan religion that worshiped both a masculine and feminine god. It wasn't until 1000 A.D. that they became the target of priests and religious figures for being anti-Christian. As they became more feared by society, the practice of killing those suspected of being witches became common. As the fear grew, witches became associated with casting terrible spells, black magic, black cats, flying on brooms, and killing people.
A book titled Malleus Maleficarum was written in the 1400s that was meant to tell how to deal with witches. There were other books written as well to teach people how to hunt and kill witches.
Learn more about witches today!
Join us today for Science Saturday Workshop Monster Bash from 10-11 or from 2-3. This workshop is free with paid admission!
Original source can be found here.
Source: Mckinley Presidential Library & Museum
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